We enjoyed our time at the Seventh Mountain Resort. It is a tiny bit away from the hustle and bustle of DT Bend, so if that is not what you are looking for, be sure to check the map. We loved it because it was closer to all of our hiking and biking designations.
You can literally walk out the door and begin to hike and bike! The Deschutes River Trail is directly behind the property, it is a fantastic hike with phenomenal views!
We rented an Air BNB and it was newly remodeled and updated! We had lots of space and creature comforts of home, so it was a terrific basecamp. Plus we got to use all of the properties amenities!!!
Pickleball? Yes! Family fun!
Swimming pools and hot tubs after a long day of activity? Yep, there are plenty to choose from with a nice facility with a sauna and locker rooms. We loved the larger, kidney shaped hot tub. We soaked our tired feet away each night and then quickly ushered ourselves into the locker room to stay warm with a quick sauna.
Tennis anyone - they’ve got you covered there as well!
Ice skating in the winter - oh my! Such a great looking and fun area. It wasn’t open for us yet, but it was a motivator for coming back!!
Frisbee golf - 9 hole course and fun! The course has a few challenges with some broken, wooden tee boxes and the 8th hole has some mounds of what appears to be full dirt, but I am assuming they may get to making this a little nicer as they are sprucing up certain areas. If not on their radar, hopefully they read this review...it just needs an ever so slight amount of TLC. But thank you for offering it and free gear to borrow!
Mini golf? YES! There is a mini, mini course, but still 18 holes and actually really fun and in pretty decent shape for being out in the elements - did I mention it is included? You just pick up your putters, balls and scorecards at the rev shop. Our family is pretty much mini golf crazed and we had a blast!
Restaurant/bar on site. A great cozy space to grab a drink, snack or meal. The bar manager (sorry, I meant to remember his name!) was incredibly friendly! He acknowledged everyone who came in with a smile and a welcoming hello. He walked the space checking on everyone and provided prompt and kind service. Plus the fire was going and it was incredibly clean in the restaurant. Sometimes the little resort eateries can just be bland and a bit dark and dirty. This was a really nice space to just hang and enjoy! Plus, those cute pillows made out of winter vests? Come on! Too cute sitting on top of the ski lift benches!!
Just a few cons:
There is some exterior renovation going on. I don’t really see this as a con, because they are enhancing
the property, but you should be aware - in case you are looking to hang out at the resort and have true silence and bliss. Just check where you will be in conjunction to the construction. The updates look terrific!
The rooms seem to have an issue with the heating/air system and there are some noises associated with this. I cannot really explain it, but it’s almost like a rhythmic tapping, sometimes softer, sometimes louder. It didn’t bother us during the daytime, just at night. If you are a light sleeper, be aware and maybe bring some ear plugs.
We loved our stay, we will be back! The Resort is casual, friendly and so chill. It’s not a big, fancy place, but it is big in heart, friendly employees and activities that just make you feel at home!
